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C240 GTU

1985 Austin Maestro L

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,594 mi
Last recorded59,594 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2008
Typical for 1985 Austin Maestro L59,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC240 GTU
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro L
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2008 59,594 miles

Both rear tyres perished

O/S/F tyre perished

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jul 2006 59,052 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 59,052 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Austin Maestro L?

Based on 4,020 MOT tests across 873 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
1,071
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
873
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 487
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 280
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 162
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 159
constant velocity joint gaiter split 155
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C240 GTU is a 1985 Austin Maestro L in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Austin Maestro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 59,317 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Austin Maestro L fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 487 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C240 GTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Maestro L typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 41 years old, this Austin Maestro L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of C240 GTU?

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What year was C240 GTU registered?

C240 GTU is a 1985 Austin Maestro L, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C240 GTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C240 GTU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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